Quote by Alain French

One must be truthful with oneself about one's own motives, especially if one is to survive in the world. It takes rigor, and it takes courage.

One must be truthful with oneself about one's own motives, e

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This quote emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and honesty about our own intentions and motives. In order to navigate successfully through life, we must have the discipline and bravery to examine and confront our true motivations. By doing so, we can make better decisions, understand our actions, and ultimately survive in a complex and challenging world. Being truthful with ourselves enables personal growth, authenticity, and clarity of purpose.

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